Dr Alison Grimaldi

Dr Alison Grimaldi Dr Alison Grimaldi BPhty, MPhty(Sports), PhD (physiotherapist) provides continuing professional development courses - online learning & practical workshops

Featured New Paper for May 2026. Our new paper reports the findings of a systematic review & thematic analysis of lived ...
28/05/2026

Featured New Paper for May 2026. Our new paper reports the findings of a systematic review & thematic analysis of lived experiences of people with lower limb tendinopathy. 1st PhD paper from maxhopesrehab . Supervised by Anthony Nasser & Peter Stubbs.

Available data on lived experiences of people with LL tendinopathies was greatest for Achilles tendinopathy, gluteal tendinopathy and plantar heel pain. 10 themes were identified, with psychosocial impacts emerging as a key theme.

Healthcare practitioners can enhance or worsen the lived experience of those with lower limb tendinopathy.
Take the time to listen, explain, check, support & provide patient-centred care.

https://www.jospt.org/doi/epdf/10.2519/jospt.2026.13666

πŸ“˜ FREE 6-Page Resource!Understanding Joint Hypermobility & its relationship with Heritable Connective Tissue Disorders &...
27/05/2026

πŸ“˜ FREE 6-Page Resource!

Understanding Joint Hypermobility & its relationship with Heritable Connective Tissue Disorders & Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD/EDS)

This practical guide includes:
🧠 Assessment tools & criteria:
- Beighton Score for Generalised Joint Hypermobility
- Lower Limb Assessment Score for Hypermobility
- Hakim & Grahame 5-point Questionnaire (historical hypermobility)
- Diagnostic criteria for hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

πŸ’‘ A clear, clinician-friendly resource to support more accurate identification and understanding of hypermobility presentations.

⬇️ Download now: https://mailchi.mp/dralisongrimaldi/joint-hypermobility

🦡 Gluteus Maximus: How Joint Position Changes Force & RecruitmentHip position significantly alters how effectively the g...
25/05/2026

🦡 Gluteus Maximus: How Joint Position Changes Force & Recruitment

Hip position significantly alters how effectively the gluteus maximus can generate force, and therefore how effective our exercises are.

πŸ“ At ~90Β° hip flexion:
βœ”οΈ Mechanical advantage in mid-range
βœ”οΈ Optimal muscle fibre length
βœ”οΈ Higher capacity for force production
βœ”οΈ Lower relative recruitment required for the same task = greater efficiency

πŸ“ In hip extension (inner range):
❌ Mechanical disadvantage
❌ Shortened fibre length
❌ Reduced force production capacity
❌ Higher relative recruitment required to achieve force demands = less efficiency

πŸ’‘ Clinical takeaway:
Exercise selection and hip position matter β€” placing the hip in flexion can often allow more efficient strengthening of glute max compared to end-range extension positions.

Read more in this blog: https://dralisongrimaldi.com/blog/gluteal-overactivity-the-quest-for-goldilocks-glutes-part-2/

πŸ”₯ Brisbane Hip Workshop – 18th July: Anterior Hip & Groin PainDay ONE is all about hands-on, practical learning with Dr ...
24/05/2026

πŸ”₯ Brisbane Hip Workshop – 18th July: Anterior Hip & Groin Pain

Day ONE is all about hands-on, practical learning with Dr Alison Grimaldi, covering joint, tendon & nerve-related anterior hip and groin pain.

You’ll learn:
🩺 Diagnostic tests for intra & extra-articular pain
🦡 Assessment of bony morphology, joint stability & neurodynamics
πŸ“ Analysis of habitual positions & movements relevant for pain & load intolerance

PLUS:
πŸ’‘ Load management advice & key exercise strategies
🀲 Manual therapy demos & novel neurodynamic exercises

Level up your clinical reasoning and practical skills in real time – this is hands-on learning at its best!

https://dralisongrimaldi.com/event/anterior-hip-and-groin-pain-workshop-brisbane-2026/

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The Prone Instability Test is useful for β€˜ruling in’ hip microinstability when the test is positive (reproduces anteri...
21/05/2026

The Prone Instability Test is useful for β€˜ruling in’ hip microinstability when the test is positive (reproduces anterior hip pain), due to its high specificity, positive predictive value and positive likelihood ratio. However, it should not be relied upon to exclude instability if the test is negative, due to lower sensitivity and negative predictive value.

🎁 Free Resource: Diagnosing FAIS!Get your evidence-based test battery for FAIS, complete with:πŸ“Έ Photos & step-by-step te...
20/05/2026

🎁 Free Resource: Diagnosing FAIS!

Get your evidence-based test battery for FAIS, complete with:
πŸ“Έ Photos & step-by-step test descriptions
πŸ“Š Diagnostic accuracy metrics for each test
πŸ—£οΈ Guidance on patient interview & imaging features

Perfect for physios and health professionals wanting a clear, practical approach to FAIS assessment.

πŸ‘‰ Head to the link to download your FREE copy now!

https://mailchi.mp/dralisongrimaldi/christmas-blog-gift-day-two

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🟣 EDS Awareness MonthIt’s more common than you think!May is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) & Hypermobility Spectrum Disord...
19/05/2026

🟣 EDS Awareness Month

It’s more common than you think!

May is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) & Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD) Awareness Month β€” a great time to build awareness and improve how we support hypermobile patients.

πŸ€Έβ€β™€οΈ Hypermobility can be an advantage in activities like dance, gymnastics, and circus…
⚠️ But it also comes with increased risk of:
- Early joint changes
- Persistent pain
- Slower or more complex recovery post-surgery

πŸ’‘ Clinical takeaway:
Be aware β€” and adapt your programs to suit the unique needs of hypermobile individuals.

πŸ‘‰ Check out the blog for more info + a FREE download:
How to identify joint hypermobility and diagnose hypermobile EDS & HSD

https://dralisongrimaldi.com/blog/hypermobility-and-the-hip/

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Acute Hip Flexor Injury: How MOI Guides Clinical ReasoningUnderstanding the mechanism of injury (MOI) can help you ...
18/05/2026

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Acute Hip Flexor Injury: How MOI Guides Clinical Reasoning

Understanding the mechanism of injury (MOI) can help you narrow down which hip flexor structure is more likely involved.

Re**us Femoris injury is more likely with:
⚽ Kicking
πŸƒ Sprinting
Iliopsoas injury is more likely with:
πŸ”„ Rapid change of direction
πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Sudden acceleration/deceleration demands

πŸ’‘ Why this matters:
Different hip flexors are loaded in different ways β€” and MOI can help guide your assessment focus, tissue suspicion, and early rehab priorities.

Read more here: https://dralisongrimaldi.com/blog/differential-diagnosis-of-anterior-hip-pain-soft-tissue/

πŸ‘ Muscle & Movement in Gluteal TendinopathyCommon findings in people with gluteal tendinopathy include:πŸ’ͺ Abductor weakne...
17/05/2026

πŸ‘ Muscle & Movement in Gluteal Tendinopathy

Common findings in people with gluteal tendinopathy include:
πŸ’ͺ Abductor weakness & atrophy
⚑ Altered coronal plane movement
🦡 High external hip adduction moments
🎯 Reduced abductor precision & load-sharing

Want to learn more and see the management strategies in action? Join Dr Alison Grimaldi live in Brisbane for the Lateral Hip & Buttock Pain Workshop!
πŸ“ Limited spots – get in quick!

https://dralisongrimaldi.com/event/lateral-hip-and-buttock-pain-workshop-brisbane-2026/

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⏰ Early Bird Ends Tomorrow!Don’t miss your chance to join Dr Alison Grimaldi in Brisbane for hands-on, practical worksho...
16/05/2026

⏰ Early Bird Ends Tomorrow!

Don’t miss your chance to join Dr Alison Grimaldi in Brisbane for hands-on, practical workshops:
πŸ“… 18 July – Anterior Hip & Groin Pain
πŸ“… 19 July – Lateral Hip & Buttock Pain

πŸ’° Book before 18 May to save!

πŸ’₯ Save more when you book both workshops!

Secure your spot and level up your clinical skills with real-time, hands-on learning.

https://dralisongrimaldi.com/events/

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